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Surfactant

C12-16 ALKETH-9 (FORMERLY C12-16 PARETH-9)

CAS 68551-12-2 (generic) Updated
83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A C12-16 fatty alcohol with 9 EO units — workhorse mild surfactant for body and facial cleansers. CIR-cleared alkyl-ether family with the standard manufacturer-side 1,4-dioxane control.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing surfactant
  • Effective in body washes
  • Compatible with anionic surfactants
  • Stable across pH

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane requires supplier control
  • Mild eye sting in concentrated products

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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